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Lot 645

1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

Lot number645
CategoryCoins & Currency
AuctionOct 29 2026 Gold Silver Bullion Coins Sports Cards Knives
DateOctober 29, 2026 at 7:00 pm CT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

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Description

1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

1963 Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

This 1963 Franklin Half Dollar is a brilliant uncirculated specimen struck in 90% silver. The obverse features the sharp profile of Benjamin Franklin, while the reverse showcases the iconic Liberty Bell with the small heraldic eagle to the right. As the final year of the Franklin series before the transition to the Kennedy design, 1963 holds significant historical value for collectors. This coin displays a strong metallic luster and crisp strikes on both the lettering and the bell's details. Produced by the Philadelphia Mint, it carries no mint mark, representing the standard excellence of mid-century American coinage. This silver half dollar is an essential addition for those seeking high-quality examples of classic United States currency.

1963 Philadelphia Franklin Silver Half Dollar Uncirculated

Condition: This coin is in uncirculated condition, exhibiting original mint luster with some typical surface marks and minor toning spots consistent with its age. The strike type is a standard business strike from the Philadelphia Mint, as indicated by the absence of a mint mark above the Liberty Bell. The metal content is 90% silver and 10% copper. Historically, 1963 represents the final year of the Franklin Half Dollar series, which featured Benjamin Franklin on the obverse and the Liberty Bell on the reverse, before being replaced by the Kennedy Half Dollar in 1964. No specific numeric grade has been assigned by a third-party grading service.

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